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Landlords

Whether you have a portfolio of property or are just starting out in property investment, being a landlord means keeping on top of changing rules and regulations, which might range from tax relief from tenant deposit schemes. Find our landlord-related content at this dedicated page.

Understanding rental yield
July 29, 2020
Get your head around rental yield with our no-nonsense guide.
Rent increases and decreases in UK cities
April 24, 2020
Our quarterly Rental Market Report highlights the UK cities where rents continue to increase - and the places where rental growth has slowed.
Coronavirus: the lockdown impact on renters and landlords in numbers
April 16, 2020
Our property expert Gráinne Gilmore, head of research at Zoopla, reveals the figures that show how renters and landlords are currently affected by the coronavirus lockdown.
Tax changes for landlords come into force
April 6, 2020
The start of the new tax year brings changes to mortgage interest tax relief and capital gains tax for buy-to-let landlords.
Coronavirus: government rules out rent holiday for tenants
April 1, 2020
People who rent their homes will not be offered a three-month rent break similar to the mortgage holiday available to homeowners.
How will the Coronavirus Act 2020 impact landlords?
March 30, 2020
Advice for landlords on rental payments during the coronavirus pandemic.
The beginner's guide to buy-to-let
September 4, 2019
Considering becoming a landlord (or found yourself as one)? There's now more to get your head around than ever, so start your homework with our simple buy-to-let guide.
Q&A: Right to Rent
April 11, 2019
Landlords are currently responsible for vetting their tenant's legal right to rent in the UK under a Government scheme. Here's how it works.
Q&A: Right to Buy
April 10, 2019
Find out if you're eligible for Right to Buy with our handy Q&A.
Q&A: Rent a Room
April 1, 2019
Got a spare room and in need of a little extra income? Using the Rent a Room scheme to get a lodger could be worth considering.
A renter’s guide: advice for tenants
January 22, 2019
You've found a property to rent. So what happens next? This guide will provide you with all the information and advice you need to clinch the deal.
Landlords to fork out up to £3,500 for energy efficiency upgrades
November 7, 2018
The Government's latest energy upgrade rules are set to impact around 200,000 landlords.
Landlord purchases fall by 30% following tax hikes
October 15, 2018
The value of properties purchased by buy-to-let investors fell to its lowest level for five years during the first half of 2018.
Government promises better deal for social housing tenants
August 15, 2018
Proposals could see the introduction of landlord league tables and a faster complaints system.